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Nizah Bagares

I'm the Write person for the job!

07/09/20 at 2:35PM UTC

Career

WFH Life

Working From Home! As a freelancer, the set up isn't new. There's a lot of helpful articles out there teaching us how to balance this new phase. Over the years, I've tried different tips. I've even worn a full business attire while working in the dining table! What's worked for me the most is sticking to a structure. Defining the hours that are for work and hours for my self. What's your best WFH tip?

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Joan Latar

123

Documentation Management/Project Coordinator

07/11/20 at 2:46AM UTC

Before Covid-19 I was mainly working in an office environment, It has been 5 months that I have been working from home and there are a few tips from my experience: *Schedule your breaks by putting an alarm on your phone or in your calendar as a reminder. *Take your lunch break and also use your time off when needed. It is very easy to get tired and fatigued even at an office designated in your home. *Have a cut off time for work so you can make time for family , errands, or hobbies. *Try to vary the location you work in from home. For example if you have a backyard you might want to sit out and work outside.

Mery Ramirez

Co-Founder | COO | Leader

07/11/20 at 1:44AM UTC

The nature of my job pre-Covid has revolved around wfh probably 80% of the time. The things that have worked for me are: -Set a schedule for lunch, watch some tv, go for a quick walk, run an errand, when you can -I have specific days of the week where I will not work past a specific time. No excuses, if it’s not an emergency, I’m off the computer, it can wait -Some days I’ll get dressed and put makeup, just because it makes me feel better and gives some variety -When I’m stressed and honestly just need some interaction, I set up a vent/catch up call with a close coworker, doesn’t have to take long, even 15 mins helps! Sometimes it’s with my manager (I’m lucky to say I can text my manager to vent or ask for help)

Anonymous

07/10/20 at 12:29PM UTC (Edited)

Limit your workday to normal hours. Don't fill your old commute time with work, or the work will expand to fit the time. Your brain and body still need breaks to do your best work. I was also able to redo my workspace and it changed my whole attitude, as well as my productivity. Read about it here: https://medium.com/the-innovation/change-your-space-change-your-thinking-29b127da16f4

Jaime Russell

149

Being a voice for Spanish speakers.

07/09/20 at 8:43PM UTC (Edited)

I also agree with a dedicated space, preferably with a door. I have kids and they all know that when my office door is closed they are not to knock unless there is fire or a significant amount of blood! If you don't have an office, I would recommend carving out a dedicated corner in your bedroom. The door is the fundamental piece if you have kids. And the dedicated space lets you switch into work mode easier.

Jaime Russell

149

Being a voice for Spanish speakers.

07/09/20 at 8:37PM UTC

I find that grabbing lunch, especially with a good girlfriend, can really be a lifeline to the human connection I miss when working from home. Before COVID I would sometimes go work at the public library for a change of scenery and to dress a little nicer because other people were around ;) Coffee shops are too noisy. It's amazing how focused you can be when you know you have to physically vacate a place in a couple hours.

Hope Bennett

Digital Strategist | Operations Professional

07/09/20 at 5:35PM UTC

Keeping a grateful mindset about even the most mundane things. When my area is messy I tell myself I deserve an organized work area to thrive in. I deserve a dedicated area to work in that doesn't cause me stress. I even apply it to making sure I drink enough water, hit my deadlines and taking time to disconnect and unwind. Creating a positive thought pattern towards things that need doing has been very beneficial to me.

Aly Brine

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Helping Corporate Hippies thrive on LinkedIn!

07/15/20 at 1:31PM UTC (Edited)

If possible, having a physical separation between life and work. It's been so helpful for me to be able to close the door on the extra bedroom turned office in order to physically separate when I'm in work mode and when I'm in home mode.

Jemia Williams

452

DEI Practitioner | Social Media | Writer

07/09/20 at 5:34PM UTC

Here is what keeps me going: - Scheduled lunch and "water cooler" breaks. I also use this time to talk to my Husband and see how his day is going. It gives me that office chatter I need. If my Husband isn't available I use this time to catch up with girlfriends as well. - Keep a strict shut down time. When the work day is done, I try and not go back to my computer or home office. I leave everything the way it is until the following morning. - Schedule days off and half days. Just because you are WFH doesn't mean you can't take time away. - Incorporate exercise throughout my day. I make sure I always have some sort of physical activity. Even if it is a walk to the mailbox. I make sure I dont get lazy.

Nizah Bagares

I'm the Write person for the job!

07/15/20 at 12:09AM UTC

I love the "water cooler" breaks, Jemia! Thank you for this. I'm using this today!

Pamela Sagliano

IT Portfolio / Program / Project Manager

07/09/20 at 5:30PM UTC

I've been working from home at least part time for several years. Scheduled breaks are my top tip but I also agree with dressing the part. Maybe not a full business suit ? but at least getting dressed makes a big difference to how you approach working.

Nizah Bagares

I'm the Write person for the job!

07/15/20 at 12:08AM UTC

true! I think it also helps you separate work from downtime, noh? when I change to home clothes I know it's relaxation time.

Nicole Lauber

132

Project Director

07/09/20 at 4:53PM UTC

One thing I realized working from home is how quiet it can be... there's no office chatter, no overheard phone calls, no sounds of the copy machine going! Give yourself something to listen to that won't distract you from work. Spotify has some great vibe-y, instrumental playlists that are hours long. A few of my favorites are Focus Flow, Jazz Vibes, Gold Instrumental Beats, and Lo-Fi Cafe.